But beware! Many words at the end of the list are more difficult
than our typical sixth grade words. (These words come from lists of
frequently
misspelled words or from adding prefixes and suffixes to
other tricky words.) Words are generally arranged from easiest to most
difficult.

Important Tips

You may wish to adjust our list for your specific group of students. Feel free to use additional easier words, or insert some more difficult ones.

Give students lots of practice in oral spelling before competitions. Ask students to spell words frequently aloud, even from their seats, for a bit of "performance" practice.

Be sure to use spelling bee words in sentences
when quizzing students. For instance, pause, should be
clarified so it won't be confused with paws: The officials
decided to pause the game while they reviewed the last play.

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